To sign *Passover*, start by bending your non-dominant arm across your chest so your forearm is horizontal, with your hand in a loose fist. Form an 'A' handshape with your dominant hand (a fist with your thumb resting against the side of your index finger). Bring your dominant hand down to tap the elbow of your non-dominant arm twice. The movement should be a light, bouncing tap.
To wish someone a happy holiday, start by signing *happy*—brush your flat hands upward on your chest a few times. Then, transition smoothly into the sign for *Passover* by tapping your dominant 'A' handshape against your non-dominant elbow.
Begin by establishing the time frame with the sign for *spring*, mimicking a plant growing. Next, use the sign for *celebrate* by twirling both 'X' handshapes in the air. Finish the sentence by signing *Passover* to specify which holiday you are celebrating.
Start by pointing to yourself, then sign *make* by twisting your stacked fists together. Follow this with the sign for *food*, bringing a pinched hand to your mouth. Conclude by signing *Passover* to explain the purpose of the meal.
To wish someone a happy holiday, start by signing *happy*—brush your flat hands upward on your chest a few times. Then, transition smoothly into the sign for *Passover* by tapping your dominant 'A' handshape against your non-dominant elbow.
Begin by establishing the time frame with the sign for *spring*, mimicking a plant growing. Next, use the sign for *celebrate* by twirling both 'X' handshapes in the air. Finish the sentence by signing *Passover* to specify which holiday you are celebrating.
Start by pointing to yourself, then sign *make* by twisting your stacked fists together. Follow this with the sign for *food*, bringing a pinched hand to your mouth. Conclude by signing *Passover* to explain the purpose of the meal.
Yes, they are identical! In ASL, the sign for *Passover* is the same as the sign for *cracker* or *matzah*. The context of your conversation will easily let the other person know whether you are talking about the snack or the Jewish holiday.
Yes, you should always tap the elbow of your non-dominant arm. If you are right-handed, your left arm will rest across your chest, and your right hand will do the tapping. Keeping your dominant hand active is a standard rule in ASL.
Absolutely. While the 'A' handshape (thumb resting on the side) is very common, many signers naturally use an 'S' handshape (thumb wrapped over the fingers) instead. Both variations are widely accepted and understood, so use whichever feels most comfortable for you.
